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Test Code ALERG RAST Single Allergen

Additional Codes

Epic EAP: Varies by allergen

Epic Description: Varies by allergen

Each Rast allergen has its own specific test code and must be ordered separately. Refer to RAST Allergen test list. If an allergen is not on the list, use test code ALERG (LAB285) and comment the allergen name.

 

 

Synonym

Miscellaneous allergen

Allergen IgE

Specimen Type

Blood

Specimen Required

 

 

  Collection Container Preferred Volume Minimum Volume
Preferred

Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel

 5.0 mL for 5 allergens 1.0 mL for 1 allergen
Alternate Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel OR Lavender, EDTA 5.0 mL for 5 allergens 1.0 mL for 1 allergen
Preferred Micropuncture Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel 4 X 0.6 mL (3 allergens) 2 X 0.6 mL (2 allergens)
Alternate Micropuncture Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel 4 X 0.6 mL (3 allergens) 2 X 0.6 mL (2 allergens)

 

Specimen Stability

7 days refrigerated; 14 days frozen

Instructions for Collection and Transport

Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum/plasma into screw-capped plastic tube. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.

Aliquot Requirements

Serum, Plasma

Optimum 1.0 mL for each allergen

Minimum 0.5 mL , 0.1 mL for each additional allergen

Performing Lab

Sendout Lab

Reference Lab: Order using specific Soft code or EAP from allergen list.  If no code is available, order ALERG and send to Warde using referral code: ZRAE.

Assay Frequency

Monday – Friday

Routine Turnaround Time

2-3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.

CSR Storage Requirements

Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum/plasma into screw-capped plastic tube. Refrigerate if holding overnight.

CPT Code Information

86003